The Drive is in Attenborough, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG9 6BB is located in the Attenborough & Chilwell East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxtowe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Drive, Attenborough, Nottingham, NG9 6BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG9 6BS, NG9 6BP, NG9 6BQ, NG9 6BT, NG9 6BA, NG9 6BW, NG9 6BU, NG9 6BN, NG9 6BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG9 6BB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 48.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.7% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NG9 6BB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.7% | 24.2% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 61.4% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 8.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.6% | 40% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% | 33.6% | 12.6% |
| Fair health | 17% | 10.7% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 15.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 12.1% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 7.9% | -8.8% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 40.2% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 96.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Drive was 31.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% lower than the Attenborough & Chilwell East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Attenborough & Chilwell East and the 136th lowest crime rate of 366 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-04-12 | £568,193 |
| 1 The Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-12-02 | £507,615 |
NG9 6BB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG9 6BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lanes Primary School Cator Lane , Chilwell NG9 4BB | - not rated | 1,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School Eskdale Drive , Beeston NG9 5FN | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eskdale Junior School Eskdale Drive , Chilwell NG9 5NA | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Rylands Junior School Trent Road , Beeston NG9 1LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,737 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Vale Infant School Trent Road , Beeston Rylands NG9 1LP | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilwell School Queens Road , Beeston NG9 5AL | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman White School Chilwell Lane , Bramcote NG9 3DU | 3out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Spencer Academy Arthur Mee Road , Stapleford NG9 7EW | 4out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote College Moor Lane , Bramcote NG9 3GA | 3out of 4 | 3,805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , NG11 8JW | 1out of 4 | 4,465 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Academy Derby Road , Bramcote NG9 3GF | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk Nottingham Campus Wellington Street , Long Eaton NG10 4HR | - not rated | 4,044 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 4,431 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent College Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4AD | - not rated | 4,469 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Vale School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 4,655 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haveli Fine Dining Restaurant | Haveli, 10 Attenborough Lane | 847 yd | |
| G4INNS Ltd | Chilwell Manor Golf Club, Meadow Lane | 880 yd | |
| Hell Or Highwater Ltd | Chilwell Manor Golf Club, Meadow Lane | 880 yd | |
| Barn Centre | St Marys Church, Church Road | 927 yd | |
| Outtabounds | 178 High Road, Chilwell | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beekeeper | The Beekeeper, Meadow Lane | 588 yd | |
| The Bird Hide | 139 Attenborough Lane, Attenborough | 745 yd | |
| Charlton Arms | The Charlton Arms, 361 High Road | 790 yd | |
| The Blue Bell Inn | Nottingham Road, Attenborough | 839 yd | |
| The Cadland Inn | 342 High Road, Chilwell | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Bank | 151 Attenborough Lane, Attenborough | 740 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre BYE PASS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 492 yd |
| Attenborough Lawn Tennis Club SHADY LANE | tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Attenborough Cricket Club THE STRAND | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Chilwell Manor Golf Club MEADOW LANE | golf | 801 yd |
| Chilwell Memorial Hall HIGH ROAD | tennis courts | 1,039 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.